NECA Live: Recent Episodes
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Join host David Meade as he dives into all things NECA and the Electrical Industry with guests from across the association.
David Meade is joined by Jeff Beavers, NECA Executive Director of Network Integration and Services, Wes Wheeler, NECA Director of Safety, and Michael Johnston, NECA Executive Director of Codes and Standards, to catch up on the NECA-BICSI Summit (May 23-25) and the NECA Safety Professionals Conference (May 16-18). These two conferences coming next month will address current and upcoming needs in the industry, and we'll get a sneak peek of what's to come at these can't-miss events. Register now at necabicsi.org and necasafetyconference.com!
Welcome to a brand new year at NECA, and we are proud to open 2022 with a very exciting announcement. On January 1, the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario joined NECA! Join David Meade, NECA CEO David Long, and ECAO Executive Director Graeme Aitken as they mark this exciting moment, and discuss what this means for both NECA and ECAO going forward.
David Meade is joined by Tauhira Ali, NECA Executive Director of Industry Innovation, to discuss NECA’s role in the upcoming MEP Innovation Conference, held in collaboration with MCAA and SMACNA. Hear why electrical contractors should join Tauhira in Tampa this January 24–26.
Edwin Lopez, Executive Secretary of the New York Electrical Contractors Association, joins David Meade to discuss his time on NECA’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force, and how the association continues to address these issues each day.
ELECTRI International’s Electrical Contracting Innovation Challenge (ECIC) took place last month as part of the NECA Convention and Trade Show in Nashville, Tennessee. Today, David Meade is joined by members from the NECA Student Chapter at Wayne State University, the winners of the ECIC, to discuss their project and experience with NECA. Josh Bone, Executive Director of ELECTRI International, also joins the show.
David Meade is joined by Wes Wheeler, NECA’s Director of Safety, and Mike Starner, NECA’s Director of Outside Line Safety, to discuss the first-ever NECA Safety Leadership Summit, taking place next week in Chicago. The trio also discuss OSHA’s forthcoming emergency temporary standard on COVID-19 vaccinations.
David Meade is joined by Katie McCormick, NECA’s Executive Director of Meetings & Convention, and Stephanie Adamec, Executive Director of Education to recap NECA’s 2021 Nashville Hybrid Convention. Spoiler: It was a huge success.
David Meade is joined by Josh Bone, Executive Director of ELECTRI International, to discuss the latest research coming out of the Foundation. The two also touch on ELECTRI’s plans at NECA 2021 Nashville, and newly renamed Electrical Contracting Innovation Challenge.
David Meade is joined by Tauhira Ali, NECA’s Executive Director of Industry Innovation, and Amanda Harbison, Director of Analytics, to discuss the latest in innovation and technology at NECA. Specifically, what can attendees expect at NECA 2021 Nashville, and how can they learn more about the new NECA Innovation Institute?
David Meade is joined by Marco Giamberardino, NECA’s VP of Government and Public Affairs; James Farrell, Executive Director of Government Affairs; Jared Karbowsky, Director of Government Affairs; and Jessica Cardenas, Executive Director of Development and Engagement. The group discusses NECA’s current government affairs priorities, the state of infrastructure legislation, NECAPAC’s fundraising efforts, and what to expect at NECA 2021 Nashville.
David Meade is joined by Beth Ellis, NECA’s Executive Director of Sales & Partnerships, and Sue McCart to discuss and preview this year’s NECA Show in Nashville. What new surprises will attendees find on the show floor? Be sure to register for NECA 2021 Nashville at necaconvention.org!
David Meade is joined by Pete Mastrorocco, NECA Vice President of Education, Events and Partnerships, and Dana Jorns, NECA Manager of Education Events, for a discussion of all the educational offerings attendees will find at the Convention in Nashville this October 9–12. Register today at necaconvention.org!
Join David Meade as he sits down with Jef Fagan, NECA’s General Counsel and Vice President of Risk Management, and Mike Starner, NECA’s new Director of Outside Line Safety. The trio discuss the origins of this position, Mike’s widespread experience in the industry, and what the future holds for NECA’s outside line contractors.
David Meade is joined by two experts from ABB, a NECA Premier Partner, to discuss the company’s Electrification business, its recent priorities, and its longstanding relationship with NECA contractors. Deni Miller, Senior VP of Installation Product Sales, Electrification; and Norm Sowards, Head of Product Marketing, Electrification, are this week’s guests from ABB. Visit abb.com for more.
David is joined by Ronald Bailey, NECA VP of Industry Development, and Sam Lacher, Assistant Manager of Central Indiana Chapter, NECA, to discuss the diversity, equity and inclusion efforts at NECA.
David Meade is joined by Ian Andrews, NECA Field Representative, Midwestern Region, to discuss how NECA is working to facilitate the formation of peer groups among its membership. Where did this idea come from, what are the benefits, and where does NECA see it going?
David is joined by Tauhira Ali, NECA Executive Director of Industry Innovation, to discuss the launch of the NECA Innovation Institute. This one-year training program will empower leaders in the electrical construction industry to become visionary thinkers with leadership skills needed for practical deployment.
Registration is now open for NECA 2021 Nashville, our return to in-person conventions in the Music City! David is joined by Katie McCormick, Executive Director of Convention & Meetings, and Taylor Kershaw, Manager of Convention & Meetings, to discuss all the excitement around this event.
David is joined by Eric Meadows, Director of Sales & Product Management at Schneider Electric, to discuss his company’s relationship with electrical contractors, some notable recent innovations, and how Schneider Electric celebrates diversity. NECA is proud to have Schneider Electric as a Premier Partner company.
David is joined by Tauhira Ali, NECA Executive Director of Industry Innovation, and Amanda Harbison, NECA Director of Analytics, to discuss the Construction Technology Survey by JBKnowledge. NECA members are encouraged to participate and make their voices heard and stay on the cutting edge of construction industry innovation. Tune in to learn why this survey is so important, then take the survey at http://jbk.fyi/NECASurvey.
David is joined by Wes Wheeler, NECA Director of Safety, Aga Golriz, NECA Director of Codes & Standards, and Kevin Hines, mental health activist and speaker, to discuss this week’s NECA Safety Professionals Conference. The group discuss what attendees can expect, the importance of mental health, and a brief preview of this fall’s in-person Safety Summit.
David is joined by Marco Giamberardino, NECA VP of Government and Public Affairs, and Elise Baker, NECA Director of Marketing and Brand Strategy, to discuss NECA’s approach to business development, the upcoming business development meeting, and the 2021 Project Excellence Awards.
Join David Meade in welcoming Day & Night Solar, NECA’s newest Premier Partner. David is joined by Day & Night Solar’s Bob Eaton, Managing Partner, and Melinda Kershaw, Director of Marketing, to discuss the company’s story, their place in the industry, and what makes them a perfect partner for NECA contractors.
David Meade is joined by Kevin Tighe, NECA Vice President of Labor Relations and Field Service, and Ian Andrews, Field Representative in the Midwestern Region, to discuss the NECA Field Service team and the opportunities and challenges they are facing right now.
David Meade is joined by Seth Mattison, speaker at NECA Now 2021, to recap the week that was and remind everyone that NECA Now content is available on-demand for 30 days after the end of the event. Late registrants can get in now to view all content for just $150.
NECA Live kicks off NECA Now week by discussing all the exciting things this virtual leadership conference has to offer attendees. Pete Mastrorocco, NECA Vice President of Education & Partnerships, and Katie McCormick, Executive Director of Convention & Meetings, chat with David Meade about the speakers, entertainment and networking that makes NECA Now a one-of-a-kind event.
David Meade is joined by Joel Petersheim, Director—Electrical Jobsite Solutions, at Milwaukee Tool, to discuss the company’s long history of supporting the electrical industry and its presence at NECA events.
The team behind ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR magazine joins David Meade to discuss the magazine’s influence on the industry, “Safety Leader” and the launch of the new magazine “Line Contractor.” This episode features Andrea Klee, Publisher; Dominique Minor, Associate Publisher; and Julie Mazur, Managing Editor.
Michael Allosso and Lisa Sun will both be speaking at NECA Now 2021, the virtual leadership conference taking place April 13–14. They join David Meade to discuss their areas of expertise and philosophies, and why NECA Now is going to be a can’t-miss event for leaders from around the association.
Ryan Courtney, NECA Executive Director of Labor Relations, joins David Meade to discuss the new podcast Labored Thoughts, the role of NECA Labor Relations in the electrical construction industry, and how national staff works with Field Service and Chapters to keep NECA members positioned for success.
David Meade is joined by Laura Okmin of GALvanize, keynote speaker at the Women in NECA & Future Leaders Leadership Conference, to discuss her career and how her story will resonate with conference attendees. Todd Grossweiler, Executive Vice President of Allison-Smith Company and NECA Future Leaders co-chair, also joins to discuss the importance of these events for a young professional in the industry.
NECA’s Pete Mastrorocco, Stephanie Adamec and Katie McCormick join David Meade to discuss registration opening for NECA Now 2021, April 13–14, and all the incredible education and networking opportunities that attendees will experience. With top-notch speakers and incredible value, NECA Now 2021 will be a can’t-miss virtual event for NECA members.
NECA’s Tauhira Ali and Wanessa Alves join David Meade to discuss the upcoming Women in NECA & Future Leaders Leadership Conference, a virtual meeting that will provide top-notch speakers and networking. Ali also spotlights her priorities as NECA’s new Executive Director of Industry Innovation, and her mission to “investigate, educate and engage."
David is joined by Ian Andrews, NECA Field Representative, and Andrew Colvard, Assistant Executive Director at St. Paul Chapter, NECA. The trio discuss Andrew’s podcast the St. Paul Circuit, the effectiveness of podcasts in reaching the NECA audience, and how chapters can get involved with NECA National.
Join David as he sits down with Buckingham Manufacturing, NECA’s new Premier Partner and a manufacturer of safety equipment such as harnesses, body belts, saddles, hardware and so much more. Learn about this company’s rich history and how their equipment can benefit NECA members all across the country.
Join NECA's Government Affairs team for this discussion about NECAPAC's success in 2020 and NECA's advocacy efforts going forward.
How is NECA adapting as it enters 2021? Pete Mastrorocco, NECA's VP of Education and Partnerships, and Katie McCormick, Executive Director of Convention and Meetings, join David Meade to discuss the new staff alignment, NECA's newest Premier Partners, and preview in-person, hybrid and virtual NECA meetings in 2021.
Get to know Procore, NECA's new Premier Partner and an industry leader in construction management software. Chandler Brooks, Procore's Head of Industry Partnerships and Alliances, joins David Meade to discuss all that Procore can offer electrical contractors.